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Ukrainian drone strike kills Russian general after fake victory claim
A senior Russian military commander has been killed in eastern Ukraine by a drone strike just after receiving a top state award for a fabricated territorial advance.
Thailand cuts visa-free stays to thirty days and tightens entry rules
Thailand has overhauled its entry requirements, cutting visa-free stays and restricting Visa on Arrival access under new immigration measures.
US military warns Iran war risks breakdown in sustainment capabilities
Mounting pressure from the conflict with Iran threatens to trigger a breakdown in U.S. military sustainment and logistical capabilities, according to officials.
Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people with many more missing
The death toll from a catastrophic informal gold mine collapse in southern Sudan has reached at least 82, with rescue operations hampered by a lack of heavy equipment.
Poland angry as European Commission pushes billions for Ukraine's defense
Poland and other EU member states have criticized the European Commission for proposing to redirect unused SAFE defense loan funds toward Ukraine without prior consultation.
At least 21 dead in Gaza after building collapse, officials say
A residential building in Gaza City collapsed early Wednesday, leaving at least 21 people dead and trapping dozens of others beneath the wreckage.
Obama's dog, Sunny, dies: 'We lost a cherished member of our family
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama announced the death of Sunny, their Portuguese water dog who spent years in the White House.
Saudi Arabia warns of red line after intercepting Houthi drone near Mecca
Saudi Arabia has declared Mecca a red line after intercepting an explosive drone south of the holy city, heightening tensions as Houthi forces deny the attack.
Kosovo ex-president Hashim Thaci sentenced to 25 years in Hague war crimes trial
A Hague war crimes tribunal has sentenced former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi to 25 years in prison for war crimes tied to his role in the Kosovo Liberation Army.
Ukraine downs jet‑powered Shahed with new interceptor
Ukraine has successfully intercepted a jet-powered Russian Shahed drone using a domestically developed anti-drone weapon.
China opens Pinglu Canal to link landlocked regions with sea
China has officially opened the 134-kilometre Pinglu Canal, providing landlocked regions with direct sea access and slashing transport distances to Southeast Asia.
Mark Carney rules out EU membership for Canada amid US trade dispute
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has dismissed reports that Ottawa is seeking European Union membership, opting instead for a bespoke strategic alliance as trade tensions with the United States escalate.
Nampa figurine endures as archaeological hoax debate after 130 years
Recovered from a water well in 1889, the Nampa figurine continues to spark debate over archaeological methodology, pseudoscience, and historical hoaxes.
Alex Saab pleads guilty to money laundering in Miami court
Alex Saab pleaded guilty in a Miami federal court to money laundering tied to a Venezuelan food subsidy scheme, agreeing to forfeit $195 million and cooperate with federal authorities.
Saudi-Led Coalition Says It Destroys Houthi Drone South of Mecca
Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a drone south of Mecca. Houthi officials rejected allegations of targeting the holy city.
Maduro Ally Alex Saab Pleads Guilty in $195M Money Laundering Case, Agrees to Cooperate
Former Venezuelan businessman Alex Saab has pleaded guilty to money laundering and agreed to cooperate with U.S. authorities, forfeiting $195 million tied to a food-subsidy scheme.
John Healey seeks UK entry into Canada‑led defence bank
Chancellor John Healey is in talks with Ottawa for the UK to join a Canada-led multilateral defence bank, despite Treasury resistance over costs.
Malaysia court acquits Muhyiddin of four charges in Jana Wibawa case
A Malaysian court has acquitted Muhyiddin of four charges in the Jana Wibawa graft case as the prosecution formally closed its case.
Russia and Ukraine declare competing ceasefires
Russia and Ukraine have declared competing, unilateral ceasefires as their protracted war stretches into its fourth year, setting the stage for a tense standoff.
UN rights chief warns Gaza body recoveries could signal war crimes
UN human rights chief Volker Türk warned that the recovery of hundreds of bodies from Gaza's rubble could signal potential war crimes amid severe logistical hurdles.